Apple has released iOS 18.3, its latest iPhone update, with a surprise feature that adds compatibility with the Starlink satellite network. According to a report by Bloomberg, Apple Inc. has been secretly working with SpaceX and T-Mobile US Inc. to support the technology. The new software update allows users to send emergency messages via satellite … Read more
The US is experiencing a surge in bird flu outbreaks, with cases reported in commercial and backyard flocks, at zoos, and in parks. Despite health officials’ assurances that the risk to the public remains low, the outbreak has passed troubling milestones, including mass cullings and closed public areas. The Trump administration’s halt on government health … Read more
Frito-Lay has issued a Class I recall for its Lay’s Classic Potato Chips due to undeclared milk, a top food allergen. The recall affects over 6,000 bags sold in Oregon and Washington, posing a life-threatening risk to individuals with milk allergies. The FDA elevated the recall on January 27, 2025, marking it as the highest … Read more
Nissan is offering voluntary buyout packages to some employees at its manufacturing plant in Canton, Mississippi. The move comes as the company prepares to cut jobs and eliminate positions due to changing market conditions. Around 4,300 workers currently employ at the plant, but Nissan did not specify which employees would be eligible for the buyouts … Read more
A massive outbreak of tuberculosis (TB) has taken hold in the Kansas City area, with dozens of active cases reported. As of January 24, 67 active cases have been confirmed in Wyandotte and Johnson counties. The outbreak began last year, but health officials are still unsure what caused it. The Kansas Department of Health and … Read more
Taylor Swift was the center of attention after a viral video sparked speculation that she was punched in the face during the Kansas City Chiefs’ AFC Championship celebration on January 26. However, sources close to Swift have denied the rumors, saying Taylor was never punched and was simply going in for a hug. The video, … Read more
The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged after its first meeting of the year, despite signaling a more cautious approach to rate cuts last month. The decision was in line with market expectations, which saw 99.5% of traders pricing in no rate cut. Traders were initially spooked by the Fed’s signal for caution during … Read more
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new painkiller, Journavx, designed to eliminate the risk of addiction associated with opioids. This medication is specifically intended for short-term pain relief following surgery or injuries. Developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Journavx blocks proteins that trigger pain signals before they reach the brain. Studies involving over … Read more
Overwatch 2’s Defense Matrix team is working tirelessly to create a fair and fun experience for every player. The team follows two key principles: Fair is Fun and Foster a Safe and Inclusive Social Experience. To combat cheating, the Defense Matrix has banned over 800,000 accounts since the game’s launch. Hackers who use unauthorized software … Read more
Apple Inc has given a promising revenue forecast for the current quarter, lifting investor confidence after its holiday results showed disappointing declines in sales to China and the iPhone. The company predicts sales will grow by low- to mid-single digits, in line with analysts’ estimates of around 5%. This reassuring news helped boost shares of … Read more